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Alexandria Care Center

1515 N Alexandria Ave.

2.9(86 ratings)· Los Angeles average: 4.1

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Quick Facts

Medicare rating
2 of 5

CMS Care Compare

Ownership
For profit, Limited Liability company
Certified beds
177
Rating gap
Google rating 3.2 vs Yelp rating 2.4
Clinical strength
Dedicated wound care team repeatedly highlighted by families

What Families Think

Reviews of Alexandria Care Center are sharply mixed: many families praise the wound care team and nursing staff for compassionate, effective care, while a substantial number of others describe unresponsive staff, slow call-button response, and difficulty reaching anyone by phone. Google and Yelp ratings diverge notably (3.2 vs 2.4), reflecting this split experience.

The Good

  • Wound care team frequently credited with healing outcomes
  • Multiple reviewers note a clean, well-kept facility
  • Physical therapy helped residents recover quickly
  • Nursing staff praised by name for compassion

The Bad

  • Multiple reports of slow response to requests for cleaning or pain medicine
  • Several reviewers describe being unable to reach staff by phone or getting hung up on
  • One report of urine odor and uncleanliness in hallways
  • One serious report of neglect involving a roommate's death going unaddressed

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

Alexandria Care Center is a senior living community in Los Angeles, California offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Gathering / Activity Spaces, Social Activities and Housekeeping. Families rate it 3.2 out of 5 across 52 reviews.

About Alexandria Care Center

Alexandria Care Center is a skilled nursing and long-term care facility in Los Angeles, California. Based on 52 Google reviews with a 3.2-star rating, the community shows deeply divided family experiences, ranging from strong praise for dedicated staff to serious concerns about care quality and responsiveness.

Families who report positive experiences highlight compassionate nursing staff and attentive communication during medical emergencies. One family wrote: "The nurses really care and they do their best to jump on every request families bring to them." Several reviews name individual staff members, particularly from Station 1, as exceptionally caring. Some families also note that the facility is remodeled with housekeeping services and organized activities. However, these positive accounts are heavily outnumbered by families who report significant gaps in basic care, including missed hygiene needs, inadequate pain management follow-up, and communication breakdowns between shifts. Multiple reviewers emphasize the need to remain closely involved in their loved one's care to prevent oversights.

The facility operates under HMO constraints that several families note limit options. A recurring theme across lower ratings is understaffing and inconsistent responsiveness. One family described the facility as "woefully understaffed and thus unresponsive to the needs of the patients." Concerns also include noise management and difficulty reaching supervisory staff. Families considering this facility are advised that active oversight and advocacy appear necessary.

With a 3.2/5 rating across 52 reviews, Alexandria Care Center reflects a facility with some dedicated individual staff members but systemic challenges in consistency and care coordination that warrant careful evaluation.

Types of Care at Alexandria Care Center

Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Emergency Call System
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Medication Management
  • On-Site Nurse (RN)

Activities

  • Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)

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Reviews of Alexandria Care Center

2.9overall · 86 ratings combined

3.2★ on Google (52) · 2.4★ on Yelp (34) · Yelp page ↗

Savannah B.

May 2026

via Yelp

Caring nurses, very clean and no smell of "urine " like other care facilities. Honestly I am appalled at some of the horrible reviews here. If you want special care then hire a "private nurse ". Be realistic people. My mom gets extremely great care!!!!!

Liza Cruz

Apr 2026

via Google

Thank you to your wound care team. Taking care of my brother. This is a clean facility. Nurses everywhere ready to help. Very friendly. I know my brother is in good hands.

Ani A

Apr 2026

via Google

We are incredibly grateful for the exceptional care provided by this facility. Every member of the staff demonstrates genuine compassion and dedication, from the CNAs and nurses to the therapists and wound care specialists. The level of attention, kindness, and professionalism shown to our loved one has meant so much to our family. We would also like to recognize Administrator Lucy for her outstanding leadership, which is clearly reflected in the quality of care and the supportive environment throughout the facility. Thank you all for your continued commitment and heartfelt service. Special thanks from Suren’s family!

Artyom Amiryan

Apr 2026

via Google

Thanks administrator Lusy and Myra and Mark and Johnny and Sergey RN sup halp my father to heal the wounds and recovar ….

Wilmer Zelaya

Apr 2026

via Google

OMG! Johnny is absolutely the Best. This men went over the top to help us with our Moms care he cured her foot. He is just the sweetest thing you will ever meet he really knows his stuff. If your looking for a place Alexandria care would be the place.

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Government Inspection History

24 inspection visits in the last three years, 137 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

Apr 7, 2026Health Complaint1 citation
  • Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Apr 8, 2026

Mar 9, 2026Fire Safety Complaint1 citation
  • Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected May 30, 2026

Feb 25, 2026Health Complaint2 citations
  • Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Mar 2, 2026

  • Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Mar 2, 2026

Feb 4, 2026Health Complaint1 citation
  • Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Feb 23, 2026

Jan 28, 2026Health Complaint4 citations
  • Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Feb 20, 2026

  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Feb 20, 2026

  • Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Feb 20, 2026

  • Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Feb 20, 2026

Dec 30, 2025Health Complaint5 citations
  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jan 2, 2026

  • Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jan 2, 2026

  • Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jan 2, 2026

  • Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jan 2, 2026

  • Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jan 2, 2026

Jul 28, 2025Health Complaint2 citations
  • Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Aug 19, 2025

  • Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Aug 19, 2025

Apr 1, 2025Health Complaint5 citations
  • Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Apr 2, 2025

  • Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Apr 2, 2025

  • Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Apr 2, 2025

  • Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Apr 2, 2025

  • Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Apr 2, 2025

Feb 25, 2025Health Complaint1 citation
  • Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Feb 25, 2025

Jan 31, 2025Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard34 citations
  • Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 5, 2025

  • Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 5, 2025

  • Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 5, 2025

  • Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 5, 2025

  • Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 5, 2025

  • Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 5, 2025

  • Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 5, 2025

  • Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 19, 2025

  • Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 19, 2025

  • Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 19, 2025

  • Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 19, 2025

  • Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 5, 2025

  • Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 5, 2025

  • Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 5, 2025

  • Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 5, 2025

  • Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 5, 2025

  • Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 5, 2025

  • Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 5, 2025

  • Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 5, 2025

  • Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 19, 2025

  • Have exits that are accessible at all times.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 19, 2025

  • Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 5, 2025

  • Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 5, 2025

  • Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 5, 2025

  • PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 5, 2025

  • Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 5, 2025

  • Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 5, 2025

  • Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 5, 2025

  • Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 5, 2025

  • Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 5, 2025

  • Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 5, 2025

  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 5, 2025

  • Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

    Severity B of L: potential for minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 5, 2025

  • Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.

    Severity B of L: potential for minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 5, 2025

Dec 31, 2024Health Complaint4 citations
  • Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jan 14, 2025

  • Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jan 14, 2025

  • Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jan 14, 2025

  • Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jan 14, 2025

Oct 1, 2024Health Complaint2 citations
  • Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Oct 22, 2024

  • Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Oct 22, 2024

Jun 20, 2024Health Complaint1 citation
  • Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jul 12, 2024

Jan 11, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard30 citations
  • Ensure therapeutic diets are prescribed by the attending physician and may be delegated to a registered or licensed dietitian, to the extent allowed by State law.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 2, 2024

  • Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 2, 2024

  • Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 2, 2024

  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 2, 2024

  • Construct fire resistant interior walls.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jan 29, 2024

  • Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 2, 2024

  • Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 2, 2024

  • Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 2, 2024

  • Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 2, 2024

  • Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 2, 2024

  • Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 2, 2024

  • Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 2, 2024

  • Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 2, 2024

  • Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 2, 2024

  • Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 2, 2024

  • Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 2, 2024

  • Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 2, 2024

  • Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 2, 2024

  • Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 2, 2024

  • Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 2, 2024

  • Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 2, 2024

  • Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 2, 2024

  • Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 2, 2024

  • Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 2, 2024

  • Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 2, 2024

  • Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 2, 2024

  • Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 29, 2024

  • Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.

    Severity B of L: potential for minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 2, 2024

  • Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.

    Severity B of L: potential for minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 2, 2024

  • Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

    Severity B of L: potential for minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 2, 2024

Dec 11, 2023Health Complaint2 citations
  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Dec 25, 2023

  • Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Dec 25, 2023

Sep 27, 2023Health Complaint1 citation
  • Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Oct 22, 2023

Sep 22, 2023Health Complaint1 citation
  • Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Oct 12, 2023

Sep 19, 2023Health ComplaintInfection Control1 citation
  • Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Oct 12, 2023

Aug 29, 2023Infection Control4 citations
  • Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Sep 22, 2023

  • Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 22, 2023

  • Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 22, 2023

  • Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 22, 2023

Aug 16, 2023Health Complaint1 citation
  • Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Sep 9, 2023

Aug 2, 2023Health Complaint1 citation
  • Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Aug 23, 2023

Jul 31, 2023Health Complaint1 citation
  • Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Aug 18, 2023

Jul 21, 2023Health Complaint3 citations
  • Inform each resident of his or her visitation rights and ensure that all visitors enjoy equal visitation privileges.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Aug 14, 2023

  • Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Aug 14, 2023

  • Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Aug 14, 2023

Jan 13, 2023Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard29 citations
  • Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Feb 9, 2023

  • Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Feb 9, 2023

  • Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 9, 2023

  • Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 9, 2023

  • Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 9, 2023

  • Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 9, 2023

  • Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 9, 2023

  • Post nurse staffing information every day.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 9, 2023

  • Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 9, 2023

  • Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 9, 2023

  • Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 9, 2023

  • Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 9, 2023

  • Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 9, 2023

  • Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 9, 2023

  • Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 9, 2023

  • Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 9, 2023

  • Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 9, 2023

  • Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 9, 2023

  • Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 9, 2023

  • Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 9, 2023

  • Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 9, 2023

  • Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 9, 2023

  • Construct fire resistant interior walls.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 9, 2023

  • Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 9, 2023

  • Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 9, 2023

  • Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 9, 2023

  • Provide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 9, 2023

  • Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 9, 2023

  • Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 9, 2023

Source: CMS Care Compare, public federal data covering certified nursing facilities, refreshed monthly. Citations range from A (least serious) to L (most serious) on the federal scope and severity scale. Most citations are corrected quickly; review the details and ask the community about anything that concerns you.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does Alexandria Care Center offer?

Alexandria Care Center offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

How much does Alexandria Care Center cost?

Alexandria Care Center has not published its pricing. For context, communities in Los Angeles that publish rates start around $4,500 per month at the median. Final costs depend on care needs and apartment selection, so contact the community for a quote.

Where is Alexandria Care Center located?

Alexandria Care Center is located at 1515 N Alexandria Ave. in Los Angeles, California.

What do families say about Alexandria Care Center?

Reviews of Alexandria Care Center are sharply mixed: many families praise the wound care team and nursing staff for compassionate, effective care, while a substantial number of others describe unresponsive staff, slow call-button response, and difficulty reaching anyone by phone. Google and Yelp ratings diverge notably (3.2 vs 2.4), reflecting this split experience.

How did Alexandria Care Center do on recent health and safety inspections?

Alexandria Care Center had 24 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 137 citations on file according to CMS Care Compare data. The full history, including what each citation was for and whether it was corrected, is in the inspection section on this page.

How can families visit Alexandria Care Center?

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